William A. Bauer Sr. passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and loving wife on October 28, 2012 at home after suffering a long illness.He is preceded in death by his parents, Catherine & John A. Bauer Jr., and his beloved grandson, Sean J. Regan.He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Bernadette C. Bauer. His son William A. Bauer Jr. and his wife Stephanie J. Bauer of North Carolina, his daughters, Robin A. Bauer and Dawn B. Regan of Florida, his grandson, William A. Bauer III of North Carolina, and his granddaughter, Shannon L. Ward and her husband Owen B. Ward of Florida.A celebration of his life will be held with family and friends at their home in the near future.Please make donations to the charity of your choice in his honor.